Have you ever walked into a room and the scent ignited all five of your senses?
What is Aromatherapy? According to Healthline Aromatherapy Aromatherapy is a holistic healing treatment that uses natural plant extracts to promote health and well-being. Sometimes it’s called essential oil therapy. Aromatherapy uses aromatic essential oils medicinally to improve the health of the body, mind, and spirit. It enhances both physical and emotional health.
Aromatherapy has been around for centuries in Egypt, Asia, and Indian culture. Aromatherapy is formulated into many forms such as oils, plants, and natural balms. This holistic remedy is known for religious purposes and medical intervention to treat various conditions.
The treatment for Aromatherapy is applied through the sense of smell and skin absorption.
Healthline list these top favorites as Aromatherapy products:
diffusers
aromatic spritzers
inhaler
bathing salts
body oils, creams, or lotions for massage or topical application
Healthline Aromatherapy Benefits:
manage pain
improve sleep quality
reduce stress, agitation, and anxiety
soothe sore joints
treat headaches and migraines
alleviate the side effects of chemotherapy
ease discomforts of labor
fight bacteria, virus, or fungus
improve digestion
boost immunity
According to Healthline, these conditions may be treated
asthma
insomnia
fatigue
inflammation
menstrual issues
cancer
arthritis
menopause
The National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy Oils are:
clary sage
eucalyptus
fennel
geranium
ginger
lavender
lemongrass
mandarin
patchouli
peppermint
Roman chamomile
rose
tea tree
ylang ylang
Remember to take into consideration your self-care, and allow Aromatherapy to definitely be an essential part of your healing, relaxing, and mood booster.
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